Your Itinerary AMSTERDAM BUDAPEST

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Excursions listed in blue are not included in the cruise price. Please refer to pages 132-150 for specific shore excursion details. We reserve the right to make amendments to the timetable and program. For cruise fares and excursion packages, see page 55.

Across Europe Amsterdam—Budapest

DAY 1 | NETHERLANDS: AMSTERDAM

Historic Amsterdam is the starting point of your European cruise. After embarkation, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail and a delicious Welcome Dinner. Sing along some sea shanties with a local choir this evening in the Panorama-Bar.

DAY 2 | AMSTERDAM · UTRECHT

In the morning, enjoy a boat trip along the famous Amsterdam canals followed by a trip to the peaceful countryside of the Waterland region. Enjoy the waterside of historic fishing villages and stroll along the long stretch of eateries, cafes and fish stalls selling herring and smoked eel. Rejoin your ship in Utrecht for lunch.

DAY 3 | GERMANY: COLOGNE

In the morning, you will arrive in beautiful Cologne. Discover the highlights of the city on the guided city tour. End with a glass of typical Kölsch, a famed Rhineland beer. Nature lovers will enjoy the excursion to the Siebengebirge National Park, Germany’s first nature reserve, and to Drachenfels castle ruins. With the Rhine sprawling below in all its splendor, the views from the top of the castle ruins are stunning. After an exciting day, return to the vessel to continue south along the river.

DAY 4 | RÜDESHEIM

The morning starts on a high note with the passage of the Lorelei in the mythenshrouded Upper Middle Rhine Valley. At lunchtime, the vessel arrives in Rüdesheim, a picturesque wine-making town in the Rhine Gorge, where the river landscape has enchanted visitors for centuries. Discover the region’s rich history on a walking tour and admire the magical collection of instruments at the Music Cabinet Museum. Or choose to take a tram ride through the vineyards of Rüdesheim on the “Wine Express“, enjoy some fine wine and stroll along the quaint “Drosselgasse“.

DAY 5 | MILTENBERG · WERTHEIM

After a tranquil morning on board, join the afternoon excursion to Miltenberg and Wertheim. Miltenberg is a town flanked by the river Main and an incredible, forested hillside and features Miltenberg castle and one of the oldest inns in Germany, the Hotel “Zum Riesen“. Continue to Wertheim and explore the medieval streets with their half-timbered houses and the unique glass museum. This evening, enjoy another memorable meal as the ship plies the waters toward our next stop.

DAY 6 | WÜRZBURG

Today, visit Würzburg, a city in Bavaria known for lavish architecture, located in the center of the Franconian wine country. In the morning, experience the many beautiful sights of the town as well as the Residenz, a Baroque palace considered a masterpiece of its era. The tour concludes with wine tasting in the ancient wine cellar of a local vineyard.

As an alternate excursion, join the trip to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, whose towers, city gates, walls, and half-timbered gables have remained unchanged. Relax on board this afternoon and let our Chefs delight you with their culinary magic at dinner.

DAY 7 | BAMBERG

Spend the morning cruising the scenic Main river. After lunch, arrive in the imperial city of Bamberg, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, which retains its medieval layout of three settlement areas, along with its historic buildings and Baroque façades. It is ranked as one of Germany’s most attractive towns and is known for its deliciously smoky beer. This German town is also the place to begin your crossing of the Rhine-Main-Danube canal. Join a presentation about the canal which allows free flow of traffic between the North Sea and the Black Sea.

DAY 8 | NUREMBERG

The former imperial city of Nuremberg awaits you today with its turbulent history and sights.

After breakfast, explore the city on the morning tour, admiring the romantic old town, the Palace of Justice (the venue of the Nuremberg Trials), and more.

In the afternoon, visit the World of Gingerbread to taste fresh Lebkuchen from the oven and learn about this sweet treat made of honey and spices. If you prefer, learn more about World War II and the Nazi past at the Documentation Center of Nuremberg. Back on board, it’s full steam ahead before crossing the European Watershed separating the Main and Danube rivers.

DAY 9 | REGENSBURG

Regensburg is one of Germany’s bestpreserved medieval cities. Choose to uncover the secrets of this remarkable UNESCO Site during a walking tour. Alternatively, visit the 18th century Thurn and Taxis Palace for a beer tasting in their traditional brewery. A special Bavarian themed evening celebrates this wonderful region.

DAY 10 | PASSAU

Arrive in time for lunch in the three-rivers city of Passau, lying at the confluence of the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz. In the afternoon, join the city walking tour, which showcases the most enchanting sights of this historic city including St. Stephen’s Cathedral, home to one of the largest pipe organs in the world. Back on board, enjoy dinner as the vessel sets off toward the Wachau Valley.

DAY 11 | AUSTRIA: EMMERSDORF · DÜRNSTEIN · VIENNA

In the early morning, dock in Emmersdorf, in the heart of the UNESCO-protected Wachau Valley. Spend the morning discovering this typical Lower Austrian town or travel across the river to Melk and its famous magnificent Benedictine abbey — the largest in Austria. Back on board for lunch, continue through the vineyards of the Wachau to the village of Dürnstein. Take a guided afternoon tour in the romantic village with its iconic blue church and winding streets, and sample the local wines. Upon arrival in Vienna, opt for the “Sound of Vienna“ concert and listen to popular pieces from Vienna’s classical era at a local salon. The vessel remains overnight.

DAY 12 | VIENNA

There is much to see and do in this imperial capital city. Enjoy the sights of Vienna on the “Imperial Discovery tour“ tour, including the Ringstrasse, the Vienna State Opera House, the Museum Quarter and more. In the afternoon, venture to Schönbrunn Palace, the sumptuous former summer palace of Empress Maria Theresia, or pay a visit to the Museum of Fine Arts, one of the most important art museums in the world with works by Rubens, Rembrandt and many more. After a full day of exploration, enjoy a multicourse dinner on board.

DAY 13 | SLOVAKIA: BRATISLAVA

Awaken today in the capital city of Bratislava, Slovakia. Join the walking tour of Bratislava and see the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and more.

Later in the day, opt for an excursion to the Imperial Hof Palace in Austria, a magnificent 18th century complex once owned by Empress Maria Theresia. For those who enjoy wineries, choose the alternate scenic drive through the Little Carpathian mountain range with its winemaking tradition, dating back to Celtic and Roman times.

DAY 14 | HUNGARY: BUDAPEST

With its neo-Gothic Parliament, Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda castle and Chain Bridge, the Hungarian capital of Budapest is a perfect finale to your trip. This morning, explore the sites of the Hungarian capital Budapest on a city tour.

In the afternoon, food lovers can enjoy the alternate excursion for an authentic taste of Budapest, which starts at the market hall. Admire Budapest’s famous thermal baths and, finally, make a stop at Café Gerbeaud, where you can order delicious Hungarian cakes and pastry.

Alternatively, roam further afield in Pest county to the Royal Palace of Gödöllő, one of the most important and imposing Hungarian palaces. On board this evening, celebrate at the Captain’s Gala Dinner and enjoy a Hungarian folklore show as your vessel cruises the Danube to see this beautiful gem by night. Remain overnight in the “Queen of the Danube“.

Cruise Fares per person in USD based on double occupancy of a cabin

Single cabin supplement per person for all dates: C- 4+ C-1: 15% · B- 4: 30% · B-1: 50% · A-1: 60% · Suite: 100% of cruise price. For cruise price inclusions, see page 16, for deck plans see pages 122-131.

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After breakfast, the entire AMADEUS crew bids you farewell and wishes you a safe journey home. <No intersecting link>

DAY 15 | BUDAPEST